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Xerxes
Xerxes Pronunciation
Xerxes is pronounced ZURK-seez /ˈzɜrk.siz/Medium
Meaning: From Old Persian Khshayarsha, 'ruler over heroes; hero among rulers' — the great Persian king XerxesMedium
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History & Origin
Xerxes comes from Old Persian Khshayarsha, 'ruler over heroes; hero among rulers' — the great king Xerxes I, who led the vast Persian invasion of Greece (and is identified with Ahasuerus in the Book of Esther). A bold, regal, storied name; the X- is said 'Z' (said 'ZURK-seez').
It registers thinly in records. Rare, ruler-over-heroes at the root, and regal.
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How do you pronounce Xerxes?
Xerxes is pronounced ZURK-seez (/ˈzɜrk.siz/). Press play above to hear Xerxes said aloud.
How do you say Xerxes?
Xerxes is said ZURK-seez (/ˈzɜrk.siz/). Press play above to hear Xerxes said aloud.
What does the name Xerxes mean?
Xerxes is Old Persian for 'ruler over heroes; hero among rulers' — the great Persian king.
Is Xerxes a boy or girl name?
Xerxes is a boy's name.
How popular is Xerxes?
Xerxes is a rare name in the U.S.